Day hike at Churchill Woods near Glen Ellyn.
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Sun, Aug 3, 2025; 10:00 AM
- 12:30 PM
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08/03/2025 12:30 PM
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Day hike at Churchill Woods near Glen Ellyn.
Exploring the woodlands and prairies of Churchill Woods Forest Preserve.
355 St Charles Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
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Ed Max
hortusmax@gmail.com
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Organized By: River Prairie Group
Location: 355 St Charles Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
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Event Organizers:
Ed Max
hortusmax@gmail.com
(630) 209-3005
Join us,, as we explore the history and natural features of Churchill Woods Forest Preserve. Join Forest Preserve commissioner Jeff Gahris and a native plant expert as we hike to see a river restoration project, a prairie protected as a State Nature Preserve (Swift Road Prairie) and the mysterious history of the site before and after the arrival of non-indigenous settlers.
Hike up to 2 miles, not strenuous.
There's been a lot going on in this preserve, so come along and see the great improvements along the river, in the woods, and the prairie!
Level: Easy
Cost: 5.00 suggested donation
Bring: Water, hiking shoes, bug spray, hat, long pants suggested, water.
Additional Directions: off St Charles Rd just east of 355
Carpool: Def recommended
Note: Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.
Cancellation Policy: Heavy rain cancels